edinburgh rc cycling club

posted: 6 Mar 2010

It's not all racing! Find out more about our regular social Sunday group rides

The ERC Sunday run leaves from the Gilmerton crossroads at 9.20 am.

More precisely, the meeting-place is the junction of the B701 (Newtoft Street, Ferniehill Drive) and A772 (Gilmerton Road, Drum Street).  There is a sign saying "Gilmerton" at the East side of the junction with bench seats behind it - that is where we meet.

You can find the location here:
http://tinyurl.com/yzv7z4u
and you can see what it looks like here:
http://tinyurl.com/yfh9ga9

The start time is the time the run will leave - so please aim to arrive at least 5 minutes ahead of that time.

The Sunday run is a mid-paced general training/recovery ride.  It aims to cater for riders of a range of abilities, both sexes and all ages.  Distances are typically 45-60 miles in the winter, 55-70 in the summer, although shorter options are available.  Average speed (excluding stops) is usually 16-17 mph, although the pace is varied to suit the preferences and abilities of those who turn up on the day.  The run always waits for punctures etc., and although there may be the occasional sprint for a 30-sign, the emphasis is more on cooperative group riding than on competition.  The run also aims for maximum variety in route, with runs going East, South or West from Edinburgh, sometimes hilly, sometimes flat, and usually with most of the distance covered on minor roads.  There is often a cafe stop option for those who want it.  The aim is to get home by lunchtime (usually no later than 1.30 pm).

Advance information about each Sunday run is posted on the Message Board, usually on Friday or on Saturday morning.

If you have comments or questions about the Sunday run, please contact me direct (my details are in the Club handbook).  Volunteers to help lead the ride would also be welcome.

Andrew Mylne (Sunday run ride leader)